Side effects of Olmesartan

How to use Olmesartan

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Olkem H 12.5 mg/20 mg Tablet works

Olmesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by relaxing blood vessels which lower the blood pressure and also reduces the workload of the heart.

In Depth Information on Olkem H 12.5 mg/20 mg Tablet

Expert advice for Hydrochlorothiazide

Do not chew, divide or crush the tablets, swallow it whole with water. Avoid taking hydrochlorothiazide at bedtime because it makes you urinate more often. It is recommended to take in early morning. Drink adequate amount of liquid to avoid becoming dehydrated or overheated. Consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects: dryness of mouth, thirst, weakness, lethargy, drowsiness, restlessness, confusion, muscle pains or cramps that doesn't go away. Do not start or continue the tablet:

If you are allergic to sulfonamide-derived drugs (Sulfa drugs).

If you have diabetes or increase lipid levels (cholesterol).

If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

If you have any other disease such as kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, diabetes or gout, asthma and lupus erythematosus (an allergic condition which causes joint pain, skin rashes and fever).

Get up slowly from lying position to avoid dizziness. This is more common when hydrochlorothiazide is taken for the first time.Use sunscreen for photosensitivity. Avoid drinking alcohol, OTC medicines unless recommended by doctor.

Expert advice for Olmesartan

Olmesartan can be taken with or without food but preferably be taken at the same time of the day.

It is best to take the first dose before bed to reduce symptomatic hypotension.

Olmesartan may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.

Inform your doctor immediately if you have rapid swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat that may affect breathing.

Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Warnings

Special precautions for Olkem H 12.5 mg/20 mg Tablet

Alcohol

CAUTION

Taking Hydrochlorothiazide with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

Taking Olmesartan with alcohol may excessively lower the blood pressure.

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Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Olkem H 12.5 mg/20 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.

There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

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Lactation

Olkem H 12.5 mg/20 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during

lactation.
Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

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Driving

Olkem H 12.5 mg/20 mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

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Kidney

UNSAFE

Olkem H 12.5 mg/20 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Caution should be used in patients with impaired renal function.Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

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Liver

There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.